February 27, 1923 – Unknown
James Freel
Personal Information
Birthplace: Michael Hill, KS
Service Information
Branch of Service: Marine Corps
Unit: 2nd Battalion, 28th Marines
Theater of Operation: Pacific
Military Honors: Purple Heart
Honored By: The Eisenhower Foundation
Biography
James graduated from high school in 1941 and enlisted in the Marines the following spring. He started off as a paratrooper in the 3rd Division but only made six practice jumps in basic training. In 1944, the Marine paratroopers were disbanded, and he joined the 2nd Battalion, 28th Marines. He fought the Japanese at Iwo Jima and was injured during this operation.
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